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Recreation Region: Ojai Ranger District

Pratt Trailhead

This trailhead connects to a system of trails.

Begin at the trailhead area located off of Signal Street heading north of downtown Ojai. The trail ends on Nordhoff Ridge, one mile west of the old Lookout Tower. The trail's lower section ties into the Cozy Dell Trail (23W26), Foothill Trail, and the Ojai Fuelbreak Road. This system of trails and the fuel break provide many different day hike opportunities.

The lower end of the trail goes through private property, so please follow the signs and stay on the trail. The short-side trail to Valley View Camp leaves from the upper section.

General Information

Open daily, year-round.

  • No overnight camping is allowed at the trailhead.
  • Pack out what you pack in and Leave No Trace!
  • For current Fire Restrictions: Check the Alerts and Fire Danger Status menu above and the Current Conditions webpage.

No fees are associated with at this site.

Dogs MUST be on a leash not longer than six feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control [36 CFR 261.16(j)]. Read more info about pet ethics.

Ojai Ranger District Office sign

Address: 1190 E Ojai Ave Ojai, CA 93023
Phone: 805-646-4348 ext. 0
Hours: Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 34.46018

Longitude: -119.25021

Elevation

2,000

Directions

From Ojai, California, travel west on Highway 150 for 0.2 miles. Turn right onto Signal Street and drive for 0.8 miles. Turn left onto North Signal Street, travel 0.2 miles, and the destination will be on your left.

Parking

Limited parking is available.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

No restroom available

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are not available at this site.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated January 29, 2026